# Putin says special military operation experience used in Center-2026 drills

https://mins.news/en/item/83743

- TASS, 2026-10-02 15:47 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/defense/2196861

> Russian President Vladimir Putin said the ongoing Center-2026 military exercises are being conducted with account taken of experience gained from the special military operation. He added that new weapons and vehicles are being used in the drills.

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